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The good part about the new direction of journalism is that it’s so immediate. Breaking news arrives instantly and goes worldwide. But it comes at a high cost, considering the decline of long form and in-depth reporting. While there … Continue reading»

College football is a phenomenal product. The atmosphere is unique — at least at stadiums where the teams are good. One photo I’ve repeatedly seen is that of Taysom Hill vaulting over a Texas defender, back when Hill had far … Continue reading»

Mike Leach has a point — which isn’t always the case. The colorful Washington State coach is claiming his football players are being unfairly singled out by the Pullman Police Department. His complaint is that when parties erupt into fights, … Continue reading»

Some are saying Kyle Whittingham’s comment on Fox Sports sideline reporter Shannon Spake’s attire was unacceptable. Others say it was harmless. Whatever it was, it came after the Utah-BYU game — which nearly always triggers some kind of weirdness. I … Continue reading»

I always considered my job great, but not for reasons one might expect. For me, it wasn’t being around sports every day as much as being around writing. I bring this up because I am seeing increasing numbers of sports … Continue reading»

Megan Rapinoe has the legal right to kneel during the national anthem, to protest her feeling about injustice in America. But the ownership of the Washington Spirit has the right to make its own statement. The National Women’s Soccer League … Continue reading»

With all the protesting going on, will the games continue? That’s something to worry about. Colin Kaepernick got things going when he refused to stand during the national anthem. Now teammate Eric Reid and Seattle’s Jeremy Lane have followed … Continue reading»

The grand tour of the new press box at Utah State will occur Thursday, before the Aggie-Weber State football game. I wish I could be there. But I’ll be writing a column on the Utah-Southern Utah game at … Continue reading»

Rachel Terrill, wife of former NFL player Craig Terrill, provided a fascinating look into the finances of professional athletes. In an SI.com piece, she details how even wealthy players often end up scraping for cash, just like everyone else. She … Continue reading»

Reports are saying Kevin Durant’s Olympic experience was “therapeutic” for him. They go on to say the move to Golden State will be good, because he can blend in with other high profile talents and just play basketball. I … Continue reading»